[pyrnet] Average Pyr size

[LESRVG@aol.com]

Hello,

I have noticed quite a few questions regarding Pyr weights (especially 
growing puppies) on this list.  I too am wondering if our Romy is larger, 
smaller, or about average.  To address this I would like to assemble a 
database of Pyr age/weights...graph it and get a linear regression equation 
established for average male and female weights so we can all determine if 
our dog is larger, smaller, or about average (I am a research Director by 
day, a Pyr owner always).

I certainly am not a proponent of "bigger is better" as I have seen what has 
happened to the Great Dane as a breed after years of breeding for size 
(decreased longevity, increased physical/health problems).  I am concerned 
about the health of our dogs and since there are not a lot of Pyr's around it 
is hard to compare notes in person.  Average weight may give us some 
indication of healthly growth.

So...for all of you who have good weight records (check your Vet book for 
weight and age) please send me your info (also please indicate if the records 
are for a male or female).  Format is not that important but lets use:

MALE (OR FEMALE)
WEIGHT       AGE
xx lbs             xx months
XX lbs             xx months
etc.

Send this directly to lesrvg@aol.com (my home e-mail).  I will crunch the 
data and report back to the group.

Thanks.

Keith (and Romy)